Model Year | 2020 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.0 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 189.8 in | -7.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.9 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3338 lb. | -326 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.7 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 54.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 34.6 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte.
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |